Barcelona have announced that Lionel Messi is carrying an injury and is not available for their final match of 2020.
The club announced via its social channels on Sunday that the Argentine will not play in the clash with Eibar after he missed training.
Barca initially announced that he was being given extra days off prior to the Liga clash on December 29. However, they have now moved to further clarify the situation and revealed his break has been granted in order to overcome a physical ailment.
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In a statement published on the club’s official website, Barcelona said: “First-team player Lionel Messi is completing the treatment for his right ankle, and is expected to return to training after the SD Eibar match.